Zimbabwe Cricket Team in T20

Zimbabwe’s T20 journey began in 2006 when they played their first match against England. Since then, they have participated in various T20 tournaments, including the ICC World T20.

In the history of Zimbabwean cricket, there have been several memorable moments for the national team in T20 cricket. One such remarkable moment came during the ICC World Twenty20 tournament in 2016.

The match took place in Nagpur, India, and Zimbabwe had to win to keep their hopes alive of progressing to the tournament’s next stage.

Batting first, Zimbabwe struggled early on and lost quick wickets, finding themselves in a precarious position. However, a resilient partnership between their experienced campaigner, Elton Chigumbura, and the talented all-rounder, Sikandar Raza, revived their innings.

Chigumbura unleashed his power-hitting prowess, smacking the West Indian bowlers to all parts of the ground. Conversely, Raza displayed versatility by effectively playing calculated shots and rotating the strike.

The duo’s partnership stabilized the innings and propelled Zimbabwe to a competitive total. Chigumbura, in particular, unleashed a flurry of boundaries and sixes, thrilling the crowd with his audacious stroke play.

As the match reached its climax, tension gripped the stadium. Zimbabwe’s bowlers fought tooth and nail, making it difficult for the West Indies to chase the target. The Zimbabwean fielders displayed exceptional athleticism, taking stunning catches and effecting crucial run-outs.

Ultimately, Zimbabwe emerged victorious, defeating the West Indies by a narrow margin.

Let’s look at the statistics made by Zimbabwe Cricket Team in T20.

T20 Series Played by Zimbabwe Cricket Team

The Zimbabwe cricket team participated in 45 T20 series since 2006. Of these, they have won 6 series, lost 32, and 6 were drawn.

T20 Matches Played by Zimbabwe Cricket Team

The Zimbabwe cricket team has played a total of 96 T20 matches, winning 24 and losing 70 of them. 2 were tied, and 0 had no result.

Highest Score by the Zimbabwe Cricket Team in T20

The highest score ever achieved by the Zimbabwe cricket team in a T20 match is 236 runs. This record was set on 11 July 2022 during a match against Singapore in Bulawayo.

Check out the list of the top 10 highest scores by the Zimbabwe Cricket Team in T20.

Most Runs for the Zimbabwe Cricket Team in T20 Matches

H Masakadza holds the record for the most runs for the Zimbabwe Cricket Team in T20 matches. He had scored 1662 runs in 66 T20 matches with an impressive average of 25.96. Here is the list of the top 10 players who have made the most runs for the Zimbabwe cricket team in T20.

Most Wickets for the Zimbabwe Cricket Team in T20 Matches

TL Chatara holds the record for the most wickets for the Zimbabwe cricket team in T20 matches. Chatara, a skilled off-spinner, took 56 wickets in 50 T20 internationals for Zimbabwe. Here is the list of the top 10 players who have made the most wickets for the Zimbabwe cricket team in T20.

Highest Partnership for the Zimbabwe Cricket Team in T20 Matches

The highest partnership for the Zimbabwe cricket team in T20 matches stands at 224 runs for the 1st wicket. Sikandar Raza and H Masakadza achieved it against Afghanistan on 20th July 2014. Here is the list of the top 10 highest partnerships for the Zimbabwe cricket team in T20.

Most Runs in an Inning for the Zimbabwe Cricket Team in T20 Matches

The record for the most runs in an inning for the Zimbabwe Cricket Team in T20 matches is held by SF Mire. He achieved this feat on July 04, 2018, against Pakistan in Harare, scoring 94 runs off just 63 balls, including 6 boundaries and 6 sixes. Here is the list of the top 10 players who have made the most runs in an inning for the Zimbabwe cricket team in T20.

Most Wickets in an Inning for the Zimbabwe Cricket Team in T20 Matches

The Zimbabwe Cricket Team’s record for the most wickets in an inning in T20 matches is held by Sikandar Raza, who took 4 wickets for 8 runs against the Netherlands in 2022. Here is the list of the top 10 players who have made the most wickets in an inning for the Zimbabwe cricket team in T20.

Fastest Half-Century for the Zimbabwe Cricket Team in T20 Matches

Malcolm Waller holds the record for the fastest half-century for the Zimbabwe cricket team in T20 matches. He achieved this feat in just 20 balls against Bangladesh in 2015. Here is the list of the top players who have made the fastest half-century for the Zimbabwe cricket team in T20.

Most Number of Half-Centuries for the Zimbabwe Cricket Team in T20 Matches

H Masakadza holds the record for making the most half-centuries for the Zimbabwe Cricket Team in T20 matches. He has scored a remarkable tally of 11 fifties since 2006, showcasing his ability to perform consistently internationally. Here is the list of the top players who have made the most half-century for the Zimbabwe cricket team in T20.

Frequently Asked Questions About Zimbabwe Cricket Team in T20

Q1. How many T20 matches have Zimbabwe Cricket Team played till now?

Ans: The Zimbabwe cricket team has played 96 T20 matches till now. Of these, the team has won 24 and lost 70 matches.

Q2. What is the highest score made by Zimbabwe Cricket Team in T20?

Ans: 236 is the highest score by the Zimbabwe cricket team in a T20 match against Singapore.

Q3. What is the winning percentage of the Zimbabwe Cricket Team in the T20?

Ans: 26.04 is the winning percentage of the Zimbabwe Cricket Team in the T20.